Corporate Relations Manager

Lutheran Community Services NW is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.

WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU:

As an employer of choice, we’re deeply committed to supporting our employees, because when you’re empowered, our mission thrives. We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance Life insurance coverage at no cost to you Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked) Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked) 12 paid agency recognized holidays Up to 2 floating holidays to use your way 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies) Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health,justiceand hope. The Corporate Relations Manager develops and advances strategic corporate partnerships that generate financial, in‑kind, and community support across multiple programs and service areas. This role expands organizational capacity by aligning corporate engagement opportunities with program priorities, regional needs, and long‑term advancement goals. Through sustained partnership development and stewardship, the position helps strengthen resources, increase community investment, and broaden support for individuals, families, and the communities served throughout the Greater Puget Sound region. Develop and implement corporate engagement strategies that increase revenue, in‑kind support, sponsorships, and strategic partnerships across multiple programs and geographic areas. Cultivate,solicit, steward, and expand relationships with corporate partners, business leaders, and community stakeholders to achieve organizational fundraising goals. Partner with Santa for Seniors and Advancement leadership to develop and implement corporate engagement strategies that support multi‑state expansion, increase regional and national visibility, and strengthen sustainable revenue streams. Manage a portfolio of corporate partnerships through the full relationship lifecycle, including prospecting, proposal development, negotiation, activation, reporting, and renewal. Collaborate with programs, advancement, communications, and executive leadership toidentifypartnership opportunities that align business interests with organizational priorities and community impact. Secure and manage corporate sponsorships, cause‑marketing initiatives, employee engagement opportunities, workplace giving programs, and other partnership investments. Represent the organization at corporate, community, and networking events to strengthen visibility, build strategic relationships, andidentifynew partnership opportunities.

HOW YOU WILL BE A GREAT FIT:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Public Relations, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may substitute fordegree. Five years of progressively responsible experience in corporate relations, fundraising, business development, strategic partnerships, account management, or related external relationship-building roles. Demonstrated experience developing, securing, and managing corporate partnerships, sponsorships, or revenue-generating business relationships. Experience managing multiple stakeholder relationships, projects, and priorities simultaneously while achieving measurable goals. Strongrelationship‑building, negotiation, presentation, and donor/customer engagement skills. Strong written and verbal English communication skills, including proposal development, business correspondence, and presentations to professional audiences. Intermediateproficiencywith business applications and productivity software; experience using CRM, fundraising, or donor management systems. Demonstrates resilience, sound judgment, and adaptability when navigating competing priorities, challenges, and organizational change. Demonstrate commitment to working effectively with diverse communities, colleagues, partners, and stakeholders. Successfully completes tasks in a low‑noise environment. Interact with others and performs tasks in‑person andthrough the use oftechnology, with extended periods of stationary activity and regular movement between meetings, events, and worksites. Moves equipment and materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Travels between worksites, partner locations, and community events regularly throughout the Greater Puget Sound region.May occasionally berequiredto travel outside of the region. Works in a variety of settings, including LCSNW offices, partner organizations, community‑based locations, eventvenuesand faith‑based settings such as churches. Standard LCSNW criminal clearance, including national sex offender. Motor vehicle records, valid driver’slicenseand auto insurance arerequired. Thank you! We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services NW team and thank all applicants for taking the time to apply. While we’re unable to respond to every candidate individually, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Lutheran Community Services NW is deeply committed to our mission of Health, Justice and Hope in all aspects of our work. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more compassionate community. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lutheran Community Services Northwest